This easy Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe delivers all the classic flavors you love in a streamlined, simple process. Featuring tender chicken thighs stuffed with Swiss cheese and ham, coated in a Parmesan crust, and baked to perfection, it’s a meal that looks elegant but is surprisingly easy to prepare. Perfect for impressing guests or treating your family, it pairs beautifully with side dishes like roasted Parmesan green beans.
Ingredients for Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices deli ham, thinly sliced (cooked)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (100 g)
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning (6 g)
- 1 tbsp ghee (15 mL)
Instructions for Making Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
Flatten the chicken thighs by pounding them gently with a meat mallet until thin and even.
Place one slice of Swiss cheese and one slice of ham on each chicken thigh. Roll the chicken tightly around the filling and secure the roll with a toothpick.
Step 3: Coat the Chicken Rolls
In a shallow bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Roll each chicken thigh in the Parmesan mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
Step 4: Brown the Chicken Rolls
Heat ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken rolls to the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes, turning to brown evenly on all sides. Continue turning and cooking for an additional 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 5: Bake the Chicken
Transfer the browned chicken rolls to a lightly greased baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
Pro Tips for Success
- One-Pan Method: Save time and dishes by using a cast iron skillet to both sear the chicken on the stovetop and bake it in the oven.
- Extra Crispiness: For a golden, crispy crust, opt for a non-stick pan during the browning stage and then transfer to the baking dish.
- Securing the Rolls: If toothpicks aren’t available, kitchen twine works as an alternative to hold the rolls together.
Bon appetite!
